MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL

MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Westonka Public School District school district, located in MINNETRISTA, MN with about 899 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL (MWHS), located in Minnetrista, Minnesota, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Westonka Public Schools district. Situated in a picturesque area near Lake Minnetonka, the school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that prioritizes both academic rigor and student well-being. The school typically serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and opportunities for concurrent enrollment through partnerships with local colleges.

Beyond academics, MWHS places a strong emphasis on the "White Hawks" spirit, maintaining an active culture of extracurricular involvement. Students are encouraged to participate in a diverse range of athletic programs, fine arts, and student-led clubs, which are central to the school's mission of developing well-rounded citizens. The institution is widely recognized for its commitment to personalized learning and small class sizes, which allows faculty to provide targeted support to students as they prepare for post-secondary education and career success.

For more information, contact MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL at (952) 491-8100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5905 SUNNYFIELD RD E
MINNETRISTA, MN 55364-8251
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MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MINNETRISTA, MN with about 899 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Minnesota

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
899
Teachers:
45.21
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 899 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MOUND WESTONKA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
86.7%
Hispanic/Latino
5.1%
Two or more races
4.7%
Asian
1.7%
Black or African American
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.